India has a deep tradition of woodworking and handcrafted furniture, blended today with modern, export-ready design and finishing. For importers — furniture retailers, online stores, interior designers, and the hospitality trade — India offers character pieces and contract furniture at prices that work for global markets.
What you can import
- Living: Sofas, coffee tables, TV units, shelving.
- Dining: Tables, chairs, sideboards.
- Bedroom: Beds, wardrobes, nightstands, dressers.
- Office & hospitality: Desks, contract seating, hotel and restaurant furniture.
Know your materials
The wood defines the price, weight, durability and look — so confirm it before anything else.
- Sheesham (Indian rosewood): Hard, durable, beautiful grain — a classic export wood.
- Mango wood: Sustainable, attractive and well-priced.
- Teak: Premium, weather-resistant, long-lasting.
- Engineered wood & metal-wood: For contemporary, flat-pack and contract pieces.
Styles and customisation
From traditional carved and vintage looks to clean contemporary lines, Indian makers can build to your design. Provide drawings, dimensions, finish references and target price, and ask for a sample or prototype for custom ranges.
Finishing and packing
Export-grade finishing (polish, lacquer, distressing) and robust packing are critical for furniture that crosses oceans. Knock-down (KD) or flat-pack construction reduces volume and shipping cost and lowers transit-damage risk. Confirm corner protection, foam, carton strength and pallets.
Quality control
- Moisture content: Properly seasoned wood resists cracking and warping.
- Joinery: Strong, well-finished joints.
- Finish consistency: Even colour and smooth surfaces across the batch.
- Hardware: Quality runners, hinges and fittings.
Buyer's quick checklist
- Confirm wood type and finish
- Share drawings/dimensions for custom pieces
- Request a sample/prototype for new ranges
- Agree KD vs. assembled and packing spec
- Set QC checks (moisture, joinery, finish)
Documentation
Furniture shipments need a commercial invoice, packing list and certificate of origin; wood-based goods may require fumigation/ISPM-15 treatment certificates for the packaging. See our documentation checklist.
Import furniture with Overseas
Overseas supplies solid-wood and handcrafted Indian furniture for home, office and hospitality, with custom designs and export-grade packing. Send your range or drawings and quantity for a quote.